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Heavy rain occurs in Japan

Author:Hopely Li

Release on :2015-12-15

Heavy rains in already drenched areas of
central and northern Japan caused major flooding Thursday, forcing tens of
thousands of people to evacuate and setting off dramatic
rescues of those who could not get out in time.

The worst hit area was the city of Joso,
about 50 kilometers northeast of the capital, Tokyo, where the banks of the
Kinugawa River could not contain the swell of water that
surged out into the surrounding community.

The floodwaters swept away houses, and in
the buildings that remained, people climbed to balconies and rooftops seeking
help.

Television cameras captured the scenes of
multiple rescues as military helicopters flew in overhead and pulled multiple
people up to safety. One man stood on a log and
clung to a power pole as the water passed all around him. He was later
rescued.

"At this point we have no clear idea
of the casualties," VOA correspondent Steve Herman said from Tokyo.
"Two people are reported missing, but if you see the
scenes of devastation, I think a lot of people would say it'll be miraculous if the casualty count is not
higher."

Japan has seen extensive rains this week
from what was Typhoon Etau, with rainfall totals in some areas exceeding 50
centimeters.

Japan's Meteorological Agency posted
widespread warnings, urging people to be ready for more flooding and
landslides.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe vowed Thursday to
focus on the hardest hit areas and "prioritize the safety of the
people."

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